Director of Communications

Uasys; Little Rock (AR); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Director of Communications for Little Rock Athletics. The role supports the Senior Associate AD for Marketing and Communications in planning and organizing all phases of a Division I Communications Department and serves as the primary contact for men’s basketball.

Responsibilities include writing/editing releases, maintaining stats archives, website management, and developing digital marketing campaigns, with collaboration across university

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree required; minimum two years in sports information or athletic media relations.
• Preferred: degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or sports management; experience with TAS Software and Adobe suite.

Responsabilidades

• Liaison between athletic department and media outlets.
• Write and edit news releases, media guides, and game notes.
• Maintain statistics, records, and photo archives; manage the athletics website.
• Develop and manage digital marketing efforts and campaigns.
• Coordinate marketing campaigns with External Operations; ensure NCAA/ conference compliance.

Conocimientos

NCAA/regulations

Media relations

Professional communication

Travel availability

Educación

Bachelor’s degree

Bachelor’s in communications or related field

Herramientas

TAS Software

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Descripción del empleo

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Closing Date:

Type of Position:

Professional Staff - Athletic Affairs

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Department:

Athletics

Summary of Job Duties:

Little Rock Athletics is in search of a Director of Communications who will be responsible for assisting the Senior Associate AD for Marketing and Communications in planning and organizing all phases of a Division I Communications Department. Additionally, the incumbent will be the primary contact for men’s basketball. All duties and responsibilities are governed by state, federal and university policy.

Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree;
• At least two years of experience in sports information or athletic media relations.

Preferred Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, sports management Experience with relevant software programs is preferred (TAS Software, Adobe InDesign and Photoshop, etc.).

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Liaison between the athletic department and all media outlets;
• Write and edit news releases, media guides, and game notes;
• Maintain statistics, records, and photo archives;
• Manage and edit the Little Rock Athletics website;
• Develop and manage digital marketing efforts and campaigns;
• Coordinate, alongside External Operations staff, the development, and implementation of marketing campaigns;
• Collaborate with the University's Office of Communications;
• Oversight and management of strategic partner and vendor relationships;
• Oversight of all broadcasting operations including the ESPN+ platform, radio network (conjunction with multi-media rights partners) and other emerging opportunities;
• Manage athletic department's brand guidelines and strategy, including digital marketing efforts and campaigns;
• Maintain compliance with all NCAA, United Athletic Conference, and institutional regulations;
• Primary contact for men's basketball and other selected sports;
• Travel with the men's basketball team as the primary contact;
• Assist the Senior Associate AD in planning and organizing all phases of Division I Communications Department;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of NCAA, United Athletic Conference, and University regulations;
• Ability to interact in a professional manner with people and present a positive image of the University;
• Experience with relevant software programs is preferred (TAS Software, Adobe InDesign and Photoshop, etc.);
• Ability to work numerous nights and weekends during the academic year;
• Ability to travel with basketball and other select teams;
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Recruitment Contact Information:

Brandy Dixon (Senior Associate AD for External Operations) [e-mail]

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Driving, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Driving, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Driving, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Standing, Stooping

Benefits Eligible:

Yes